Postdoc Scientist Turkey Population Modeling – University Park, PA

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Agency

Pennsylvania State University

Location

University Park, PA

Job Category

Post Doctoral Appointments

Salary

~$61,000

Last Date to Apply

09/30/2021

Website

https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PSU_Academic/job/University-Park-Campus/Post-doctoral-Scholar-Turkey-Population-Modeling_REQ_0000017175-1

Description

The Pennsylvania Game Commission is initiating long-term research on wild turkey in Pennsylvania to develop a decision model for setting fall harvest regulations, develop an integrated population model to monitor population trends, and investigate ways to improve population monitoring and the decision process. There will be mentoring opportunities as the project will support a PhD and MS student beginning in Fall 2022. The position will be supervised by Dr. Duane Diefenbach (PA Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit) and Dr. Franny Buderman (Dept. of Ecosystem Science and Management). Target start date is January 2022, but may begin earlier. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Qualifications

Qualifications: Experience with Bayesian integrated population models required. Experience with decision modeling desirable but not necessary. Applications are due 9/30/2021, but review of applicants will begin 8/24/2021. Applicants should apply via this link: https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PSU_Academic/job/University-Park-Campus/Post-doctoral-Scholar-Turkey-Population-Modeling_REQ_0000017175-1 Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in an appropriate field and be able to provide evidence that all requirements have been met for completion of the Ph.D. prior to the effective date of hire. This is a limited-term position funded for one year from date of hire with an excellent possibility of re-funding.

Contact Person

Duane Diefenbach ([email protected])

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